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LUE 859L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,025 mi
Last recorded19,025 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUE 859L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 19,025 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 15,368 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 15,367 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,360 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 15,338 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,068 miles

Nearside rear, inner quarter has slight corrosion.

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 15,062 miles

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear, inner quarter has slight corrosion.

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to gain a brake figure for the offside rear wheel due to the binding brake.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,437 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,163 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 14,037 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 13,371 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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LUE 859L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUE 859L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUE 859L?

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What year was LUE 859L registered?

LUE 859L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 March 1973.

Is LUE 859L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUE 859L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LUE 859L have outstanding finance?

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